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    Chicken Zoodle Soup with Pasta

    February 19, 2018 By Monika Last Updated February 3, 2022 17 Comments

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    Partial top down view of chicken soup with veggie noodles.

    This delicious, versatile chicken zoodle soup is made from scratch and contains a mixture of vegetable noodles and wheat vermicelli. So it is not only full of goodness but also satisfying. It's the perfect healthy comfort food!

    Chicken noodle soup in black bowl with spoon on red-and-white checkered cloth with dill and parsley on cutting board in top right corner.

    This chicken zoodle soup is made using spiralized vegetables as well as some vermicelli noodles.  It contains half the usual amount of noodles.  

    The addition of the veggie noodles means that this soup has half the calories of typical chicken noodle soup.  The proportions used in this recipe make enough soup to feed 6 hungry chicken noodle soup fans and no one will complain there are not enough noodles (even though you'll only need to use 3 vermicelli nests).

    So if you want a lower calorie dish that's both delicious and filling then this chicken zoodle soup is for you!

    Chicken zoodle soup ingredients

    I used skinless chicken thighs as the basis for this low carb chicken noodle soup.  In addition to the zoodles (spiralized zucchini) I also used spiralized carrot, celery root and swede (rutabaga) for more flavour and bulk.  My choice of herbs and spices included a bay leaf, allspice and fresh parsley (for me essential in any chicken soup recipe).  I added a little turmeric for more colour (optional) and popped a couple of chicken stock cubes (bouillon) into the pot. 

    Can I omit the pasta

    Yes, you can! You can serve this chicken zoodle soup gluten free by replacing the wheat pasta with more spiralized vegetables.  Topping it up with more zucchini works well (adding more carrot might make the soup too sweet but the choice is yours).  Alternatively add 1 medium spiralized white potato along with the carrot and the rest of the vegetables.

    Step-by-step recipe instructions

    1.Place the chicken in a pot, add the water, cover and bring to a boil.

    3 skinless chicken thighs in pot with water.

    2. Remove the white residue that will appear on top, then add in the bay leaf, allspice, stock cubes and parsley and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.

    Chicken soup with parsley in large pot with steam coming out.

    3. In the meantime spiralize the vegetables and boil the wheat vermicelli in salted water (according to packet instructions).

    Spiralized vegetables in large metal bowl and zoodles in another bowl in top right corner.

    4. Remove the parsley from the soup (and discard).  Remove the chicken from the pot, separate the meat from the bone and place the meat back in the pot.  Add in the veggie noodles (not the zucchini), turmeric, cover and bring to the boil again then simmer for about 5 minutes.

    Spiralized vegetable chicken soup with steam in large pot with spoon.

    5. Add the zucchini, cook for another minute then remove from the heat and serve!

    Top tip

    I recommend adding the vermicelli into the pot just before serving (it will get mushy if you leave it in the pot for a while).  Alternatively add small amounts into individual portions.

    Zucchini noodles in hot soup with steam in large pot with ladle and cooked vermicelli pasta in top right corner.

    Top tips 

    • I do not recommend using chicken breast in this recipe (it will get tough after prolonged cooking).
    • It is important to add the spiralized zucchini into the soup towards the end and cook for only 1 minute (zucchini needs less time to cook than other vegetables).
    • Adjust the amount of water to suit your preference. Start with a little less than the recommended amount and top up later if needed.
    • The vermicelli should be boiled separately (so it doesn't become mushy), not in the soup. Add the pasta into the soup just before serving or add small amounts into individual portions.
    • Use 1-2 tablespoons of cooked pasta per serving.
    • Adjust the seasoning just before serving - you may not need to add any salt, only pepper to taste.
    • I used turmeric for colour but this is optional.
    • Keep refrigerated (without adding the pasta) for up to 3 days.
    • Freeze individual portions without the wheat pasta for up to 3 months. Defrost, boil the pasta and serve with the soup.

    Substitutions

    • Chicken thighs: Substitute 4 drumsticks or 1.5 leg quarters.
    • Vermicelli: Use filini (very thin pasta), egg noodles or capellini.
    • Garnish with chives, dill, fresh thyme or cilantro/fresh coriander instead of the parsley.
    • Carrot: Substitute butternut squash or sweet potato.

    What other spiralized vegetables can be used

    You can use fewer vegetables than I have or swap them for different ones.  Butternut squash or sweet potato would be good alternatives for carrot (though using both might make the soup too sweet).  You can also add parsnip or even white potato.  The swede (rutabaga) can be replaced with turnip.

    Top tip

    If you decide to use more vegetables in this chicken zoodle soup you may not need to add the pasta.

    Chicken noodle soup in black bowl with spoon on red-and-white checkered cloth with dill and parsley on cutting board in top right corner.

    You might also like

    • Spiralized Vegetable Noodle Soup (Low Carb)
    • Polish Chicken Noodle Soup (Rosol)
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    Check out also this collection of easy one pot chicken recipes.

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    Recipe

    Top down view of chicken noodle soup in black bowl with spoon on red-and-white checkered cloth with dill and parsley on cutting board in top right corner.

    Chicken Zoodle Soup with Pasta

    This delicious, versatile chicken zoodle soup is made from scratch and contains a mixture of vegetable noodles and wheat vermicelli. So it is not only full of goodness but also satisfying. It's the perfect healthy comfort food!
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    Course: Lunch
    Cuisine: low carb
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 146kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • Spiralizer
    • Large pot

    Ingredients

    • 3 chicken thighs skinless
    • 1 medium carrot peeled
    • 1 small zucchini
    • 1 piece of celeriac/celery root the size of a medium potato, peeled
    • 1 small piece of turnip/swede the size of a small potato, peeled
    • 5โ…˜ cups (1.4 l) vegetable stock adjust the amount to suit your taste
    • 3 thin vermicelli nests or equivalent amount filini pasta
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 2 whole allspice or โ…• teaspoon ground allspice
    • โ…“ teaspoon turmeric powder adds colour (optional)
    • Handful of fresh parsley
    • Sea salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • In a large pot combine the chicken with the water (add a little less than the recommended amount to start with), cover and bring to boil. Once bubbles start appearing lower the heat to a simmer, skim foam, add the stock cubes, a handful of fresh parsley, bay leaf and allspice, cover and continue simmering for 30 minutes.
    • In the meantime boil the vermicelli in salted water (approx. 3 minutes), strain and set aside.
    • Spiralize the celeriac, carrot, turnip and zucchini (place the spiralized zucchini in a separate bowl) and set aside.
    • After 30 minutes of cooking remove the parsley (do not remove the soup from the heat), place the chicken on a plate/cutting board, separate the meat from the bone and put the meat back in the pot.
    • Add the turmeric (optional), celeriac, turnip and carrot, cover and continue simmering for 5 minutes (you might have to bring the soup to the boil again after you've added the vegetables and then lower the heat to a simmer). Add the zoodles (zucchini), stir and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat, top up with more water if required and adjust the seasoning.
    • If you plan to serve the soup straight away add the vermicelli into the pot. Alternatively add small amounts to individual soup portions (if you leave the vermicelli in the pot it will become soft and mushy). Serve with a garnish of fresh herbs.

    Notes

    • I do not recommend using chicken breast in this recipe (it will get tough after prolonged cooking).
    • It is important to add the spiralized zucchini into the soup towards the end and cook for only 1 minute (zucchini needs less time to cook than other vegetables).
    • Adjust the amount of water to suit your preference. Start with a little less than the recommended amount and top up later if needed.
    • The vermicelli should be boiled separately (so it doesn't become mushy), not in the soup. Add the pasta into the soup just before serving or add small amounts into individual portions.
    • Use 1-2 tablespoons of cooked pasta per serving.
    • You can omit the pasta and use more zoodles instead.
    • Adjust the seasoning just before serving - you may not need to add any salt, only pepper to taste.
    • I used turmeric for colour but this is optional.
    • Keep refrigerated (without adding the pasta) for up to 3 days.
    • Freeze individual portions without the wheat pasta for up to 3 months. Defrost and heat up then boil the pasta and serve with the soup.
    • Substitutions: You can use less vegetables than I have or swap them for different ones.ย  Butternut squash or sweet potato would be good alternatives for carrot (though using both might make the soup too sweet).ย  You could also use different herbs for garnish.ย  I used parsley and dill but chives or cilantro would work well too.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 306mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1808IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. Esani Caterer says

      March 06, 2018 at 8:47 am

      lovely I am just so hungry right now

      Reply
      • Monika says

        March 07, 2018 at 8:21 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Antonia says

      February 27, 2018 at 12:34 am

      Gorgeous soup! I would love a bowl right now. Thank you for sharing over at Fiesta Friday!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 27, 2018 at 9:06 am

        Thank you, glad you like it:)

        Reply
    3. petra08 says

      February 25, 2018 at 5:51 pm

      It is s cold here and this looks soooo delicoous ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 25, 2018 at 6:07 pm

        Thanks Petra, it's cold here too and I wish I had some of this soup ๐Ÿ™

        Reply
    4. hijackedbytwins says

      February 23, 2018 at 5:22 pm

      Monika this soup looks so good! I love the vibrant colours in the bowl which makes it even more tempting. This is a must try and will be pinned on my to try board! Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare x

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 23, 2018 at 6:48 pm

        Thank you Kirsty, I love this soup too, it's actually my favourite type of chicken soup:)

        Reply
    5. joskitchenlarder says

      February 22, 2018 at 8:29 pm

      You can't beat chicken soup and yours with all the vibrant veggie noodles and vermicelli looks so inviting! Perfect for warming up in this cold weather!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 23, 2018 at 6:59 pm

        Thanks, glad you like it, I agree, you can't beat chicken soup:)

        Reply
    6. Lesley@lostinfood says

      February 22, 2018 at 12:31 pm

      That looks such a fresh and light dish, in fact I'd love a bowl right now for my lunch. I like that its carb light too.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 23, 2018 at 6:55 pm

        Thank you, glad you like it:)

        Reply
    7. Recipes Made Easy says

      February 20, 2018 at 5:58 pm

      This looks a really delicious soup. I like that you have used a mixture of vegetable noodles and wheat noodles. A great way to reduce carbs but still make it filling enough to satisfy a good appetite. Thank you for linking to #CookBlogShare

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 21, 2018 at 8:20 am

        Thank you Jacqui, glad you like it:)

        Reply
    8. Cooking with kids says

      February 20, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      This sounds like a really tasty dish. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    9. dtills says

      February 20, 2018 at 2:24 am

      What a beautiful picture! The soup is really stunning Monika ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Monika says

        February 20, 2018 at 9:33 am

        Thank you! Glad you like it:)

        Reply

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